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Example Sentences

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"The specific name lii honors Li Er, the ancient Chinese philosopher better known as Laozi," said the research team, led by Bo Cai.

From Science Daily • Apr. 22, 2026

But the current Draco obsession stems from the transliteration of his surname, "Ma Er Fu", which contains the Chinese characters for "horse" and "good fortune" -- an auspicious omen for the year ahead.

From Barron's • Feb. 5, 2026

God we hope not, we don’t want to work those nights … Er, let’s hope so, for democracy!

From Slate • Apr. 13, 2024

Like many a neo-noirist, Cheng Er thrives in these shadows.

From New York Times • Feb. 16, 2023

“You were just a little — overenthusiastic. Still out cold. Er — perhaps it will be best if we don’t revive him until we’re safely back in the castle. We can take him like this....”

From "Harry Potter And The Prisoner Of Azkaban" by J.K. Rowling